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The Pediatrician Kitchen

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The Pediatrician Kitchen

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The Best Dishware Swap for Healthy Family Mealtimes

Best Plates for Families: Ahimsa Stainless Steel Dishware

By Dr. Manasa Mantravadi

Our kitchen used to feel like a juggling act I couldn’t win. I’d open the cabinet and pull out a chipped plastic plate, stained from spaghetti sauce that never fully washed out. The bamboo set...
Quick Veggie Pizza Quesadilla for Busy Weeknights

The 10-Minute Pizza Quesadilla Hack That Sneaks in Veggies (No Blender Needed!)

By Dr. Manasa Mantravadi

Welcome to The Pediatrician Kitchen at Ahimsa I’m a pediatrician—and a mom of three. So when I tell you I’ve made this dinner dozens of times during the post-school chaos, I mean it. It’s fast....
The Best Dishware Swap for Healthy Family Mealtimes

Sustainable Shopping: Add Stainless Steel Dishware to Your List

By Dr. Manasa Mantravadi

Labor Day sales pop up everywhere this time of year — clothes, patio sets, power tools. But for a lot of families, the checklist looks a little different. Instead of chasing markdowns on things that...
3-Ingredient Breakfast Cookies for Busy Mornings

Brain-Boosting Breakfast Cookies for the School Year Rush (3 Ingredients, 5 Minutes!)

By Dr. Manasa Mantravadi

Welcome to The Pediatrician Kitchen at Ahimsa I’m Dr. Manasa Mantravadi, pediatrician, mom of three, and founder of The Pediatrician Kitchen. And if your school mornings feel more like a sprint than a slow pour...
Pediatrician’s Choice: Safe Steel Dishware for Kids

Why We Offer a Lifetime Warranty on a Child’s Plate

By Dr. Manasa Mantravadi

It’s early morning. Lunchboxes are waiting. The kitchen smells like coffee. Your toddler is asking for strawberries, then changes their mind. Again. This moment, like every mealtime, might feel ordinary. From my point of view,...
Healthy Fruit Roll-Up Hack Kids Actually Want to Eat

The Fruit Roll-Up Hack: A Healthy Take on a Nostalgic Childhood Favorite

By Dr. Manasa Mantravadi

Welcome to The Pediatrician Kitchen at Ahimsa Remember the excitement of unrolling a neon-colored fruit snack at lunch? Now imagine recreating that joy… without the added sugar, food dyes, or plastic packaging. I’m Dr. Manasa...
Table Decoration Ideas | Table Setting Ideas

6 Chic Ways to Style Your Sustainable Stainless Steel Tableware

By Dr. Manasa Mantravadi

Mealtime is a perfect way to come together with friends, family, and loved ones! Table settings become a great way to spruce up mealtime, making it more fun and allowing you to show your guests...
Deconstructed Bento Box with All 4 Food Groups

One Perfect Bento Box Recipe for Kids (With All 4 Food Groups—Backed by Science)

By Dr. Manasa Mantravadi

Why Deconstructed Bento Boxes Work for Kids If your child brings home soggy sandwiches, hates when fruit touches crackers, or refuses mixed meals—welcome. You’re not alone. I’m Dr. Manasa Mantravadi—pediatrician, mom of three, and founder...
Why Parents Are Making The Switch To Durable Dishware

Durable Dishware: Why Ahimsa Is a Smart Essential in a Time of Conscious Spending

By Dr. Manasa Mantravadi

I’ve had three lunch-packing seasons back to back where the plastic lids didn’t make it to Thanksgiving. Either they cracked in the dishwasher or disappeared under the back seat next to an old sock and...

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